Introduction
Tech Stack Detector ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our Chrome extension collects, uses, and safeguards your information.
Information We Collect
Information Collected Automatically
Scan History (Local Only)
- Websites you've scanned
- Detected technologies
- Scan timestamps
- Technology Health Scores
Information We Do NOT Collect
- ❌ Personal identification information
- ❌ Browsing history beyond explicit scans
- ❌ Cookies or tracking data
- ❌ Financial information
- ❌ Login credentials
- ❌ Analytics or usage telemetry
How We Use Your Information
Local Processing Only:
- Analyze websites when you click the extension icon
- Store scan history on your device for your reference
- Calculate Technology Health Scores locally
- Export data to CSV when requested (stays on your device)
Data Storage
Local Storage
- What: Scan history, user preferences
- Where: Your device only (Chrome storage API)
- Duration: Until you clear your browser data or uninstall the extension
- Control: You can clear history anytime from the extension
No Cloud Storage
We do NOT use any cloud storage or external databases. Your data never leaves your device.
Permissions Explained
Required Permissions
🔑activeTab
- Why: To analyze the current webpage's technology stack
- What we access: Page HTML, loaded scripts, and stylesheets
- When: Only when you click the extension icon
- Limitation: Only the active tab, not all your browsing
💾storage
- Why: To save your scan history locally
- What we store: Scan results, user preferences
- Where: Local Chrome storage on your device
- Access: Only you can access this data
Third-Party Services
We do NOT use:
- ❌ Google Analytics or any analytics
- ❌ Advertising networks
- ❌ Third-party tracking
- ❌ External APIs for detection
- ❌ Cloud storage services
Data Sharing
We DO NOT share, sell, or transfer your data to third parties.
- No data is sent to our servers
- No data is sold to advertisers
- No data is shared with partners
- No analytics companies receive your data
Exception: If required by law, we may need to cooperate with legal authorities. However, since we don't collect any data in the first place, there's nothing to share.
User Rights (GDPR, CCPA Compliance)
Your Rights
Right to Access:
- All your data is stored locally on your device
- Access it anytime through Chrome's storage viewer
Right to Delete:
- Clear history from extension settings
- Uninstall extension to remove all data
- Clear browser data to remove stored information
Right to Export:
- Export scan history to CSV anytime
- Full control over your data
Right to Opt-Out:
- Simply don't use the extension on sites you want to keep private
- No background scanning - only scans when you click
Children's Privacy
Tech Stack Detector is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. Since we don't collect any personal information at all, this is not a concern.
Security
Data Security Measures:
- All data stored locally (not vulnerable to server breaches)
- No transmission over networks
- No external API calls
- Chrome's built-in storage encryption
Your Responsibility:
- Keep your device secure
- Use strong Chrome profile passwords
- Enable device encryption
International Users
Since all data is stored locally on your device, there are no international data transfers. The extension works the same way regardless of your location.
GDPR Compliance (EU):
- ✅ No personal data collection
- ✅ No data processing
- ✅ No data transfer
- ✅ User has full control
CCPA Compliance (California):
- ✅ No personal information sale
- ✅ No data sharing
- ✅ User can delete all data
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy:
📧 Email: privacy@cchk.info
🌐 Website: tech-stack-extension.cchk.info
⏱️ Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours
Transparency Commitment
We believe in complete transparency:
- Source code available on request
- Open about our practices
- No hidden data collection
- No tracking or analytics
Summary (TL;DR)
✅ We collect: Scan history (stored on YOUR device only)
❌ We DON'T collect: Personal info, browsing history, analytics
✅ Data storage: 100% local on your device
❌ Data sharing: None. Zero. Never.
✅ Your control: Delete anytime, export anytime
🔒 Privacy First: No servers, no tracking, no external transmission
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Showing a notification in the extension
Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Legal Information
Company: Streamlined Development
Effective Date: February 12, 2026
Policy Version: 1.0